Here’s how to make Echinacea tea from Purple Coneflowers and a glimpse into its historical significance.
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Purple Coneflower: A Star of North American Butterfly Gardens
Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea). Beyond its obvious aesthetic appeal, the coneflower offers myriad benefits that make it an indispensable asset in any butterfly garden.
Rue: A Classic Staple in the Butterfly Garden
Known scientifically as Ruta graveolens, Rue is not only a visual delight but also a magnet for certain butterfly species.
Seed Ozone Stratification: A Revolution in Horticulture by Johnny Butterflyseed
A recent breakthrough, pioneered by none other than Johnny Butterflyseed, is poised to revolutionize how we approach seed germination: “Seed Ozone Stratification.”
Cleaning Milkweed Pods with Ozone
Johnny Butterflyseed has pioneered the use of ozone to sterilize milkweed seed pods, which can offer several advantages.
Cleaning Milkweed Pods with Hydrogen Peroxide
Cleaning harvested milkweed seed pods with a solution like 3% hydrogen peroxide can offer several benefits, particularly if the seeds are intended for propagation or distribution.
Botanical Definition: Silicicola
In botany, the term “silicicola” is derived from Latin, where “silici-” refers to silica or sand and “-cola” means dweller or inhabitant.
What Temperature is TOO Cold for a Monarch Butterfly?
Monarch butterflies are cold-blooded, meaning their body temperature is largely determined by the surrounding environment.